She now works as a Junior Interior Designer at Studio Minosa.
“After working as a medical practice manager for 10 years, I decided now was the time to make the switch,” she said.
“I’ve always been interested in interiors and have been passionate about design since a very young age, so I thought ‘why not pursue a career in the industry?’
“The Diploma of Interior Design gave me a thorough understanding of all things interior design and equipped me with the hands-on skills I needed to get a job right after I graduated.
“The skills are also useful for other jobs such as home staging or event planning and could even help me start my own business one day.
“I’ve found the more I learn about interior design, the more I want to keep learning. I’d strongly encourage others to take the plunge and do what they’re passionate about, as you never know where it could take you.”
TAFE NSW Head Teacher of Design Emma Lawes said interest in interior design courses has increased in the past few years.
“With more and more people working more from home in a post-pandemic world, there is increased focus on the home environment and therefore increased demand for skills in home design services,” she said.
“The Certificate IV in Interior Decoration and Diploma of Interior Design provide students with the practical experience and specialist skills they need to forge a successful career in the industry – and graduates like Mariet really highlight the life-changing impact of quality training.”
